gambler

• Personne qui mise régulièrement de l'argent sur des jeux, des courses ou d'autres événements dans l'espoir d'en gagner davantage, ou personne qui prend des risques pour obtenir un gain ou par goût du risque.

A person who regularly bets money on games, races, or other events in the hope of gaining more money, or someone who takes risks in pursuit of gain or excitement.

1. Person who bets moneyB1formal

   An individual who regularly wagers money on games, sports, or other events with uncertain outcomes.

   Personne qui parie de l'argent

   • The gambler lost all his savings at the casino.
   • She is a professional gambler who plays poker for a living.
   • Many gamblers struggle with addiction.

   Synonymesbettorpunterrisk takerspeculatorwagerer

2. Risk-takerB2informal

   Someone who takes significant risks in business or life, hoping for a large reward.

   Preneur de risques

   • He is a gambler in the stock market, always investing in volatile stocks.
   • Entrepreneurs are often gamblers by nature.
   • She took a gambler's approach to her career, switching industries without a safety net.

   Synonymesadventurerrisk takerspeculatorventurer